2009 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2007 Mazda Drifter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Drifter |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |